Quick Takeaways
  • The ES9 marks NIO’s move into the ultra-premium full-size electric SUV segment using ET9-derived technology.
  • China’s regulatory clearance confirms the vehicle is on track for a Q2 commercial launch as NIO’s new flagship.
NIO ES9 flagship electric SUV has taken a major step toward its market launch as NIO Inc moves closer to introducing its most advanced large electric SUV. The upcoming model is designed to become the brand’s new flagship and will arrive in the second quarter, bringing technologies shared with the ET9 into a premium sport utility vehicle format.
The NIO ES9 flagship electric SUV was officially listed in the latest regulatory catalog issued by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, which represents the final mandatory approval required before a vehicle can be sold in the Chinese market. This listing confirms that NIO has completed the most critical regulatory phase ahead of its planned commercial rollout.
According to company founder William Li, the ES9 will be launched in the second quarter and will incorporate next-generation technologies already developed for the ET9 sedan. These shared innovations are expected to enhance vehicle intelligence, performance, and overall driving experience, positioning the ES9 at the top of NIO’s product portfolio.
From a size perspective, the ES9 will be NIO’s largest SUV to date. The vehicle measures 5,365 mm in length, making it notably bigger than the current ES8 and reinforcing its role as a full-size premium electric SUV aimed at buyers seeking maximum space and presence on the road.
Key highlights of the NIO ES9 flagship electric SUV include:
  • Large-format body designed for premium SUV customers
  • Advanced technologies carried over from the ET9
  • Positioned as NIO’s new top-tier model
  • Scheduled for second-quarter market entry

The regulatory catalog in which the ES9 appeared has been released for public review, a standard step in China’s approval process. During this phase, feedback is accepted from January 9 to January 15, after which the vehicle can receive its final clearance to enter dealerships.
With the ES9, NIO is reinforcing its strategy of expanding into the high-end electric SUV segment by combining scale, technology, and flagship positioning. Once approvals are completed, the model is expected to become a cornerstone of NIO’s premium electric vehicle lineup.
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